Daily writing prompt

Ah the theme of food persists despite my diet! And the worst thing by far for any diet is of course comfort food. Some people love to dive in to sweets for a go to guilty pleasure, I however reach for the savory! Something soft and warm, with a bit of salty taste to it. You can dress it up a dozen ways with different seasonings, even make it a sweet variety! I’m of course talking about the mighty snack: Popcorn.

That’s right the thing I go to most for some good old fashioned comfort is popcorn. Most people would think the comfort food would have to be something heavy and leaves you wanting a nap. I on the other hand want the salty buttery goodness in tiny bite size treats. I love to eat (the reason I’m trying to lose weight) and having something heavy is great and satisfying. But getting to have a snack that pushes off wanting to consume a whole meal, that’s giving me peace of mind. Comfort you might even say.

I personally air pop mine. It’s less calories and then I can add in my flavors! Usually I go straight olive oil and salt, but have been known to do spicy or sweet as well. A little bit of cinnamon sugar for a sweet variety, and some paprika and chili powder for the spicy shot. Back when I hosted trivia I even had a regular turn me in to drizzle a small amount of syrup and hot sauce for the most crazy popcorn ever!

From Orville to kettle, air to stovetop. Anyway you get popcorn to me I’m a happy guy! I think I might go make some up right now!

Let’s get popping!

K